E-mag final Sept 2014 - VA.pdf number 1 | Page 27

Tourist attraction not to be missed The shot rope of Mrduja in fact this small island, Mrduja, was during a long time about old quarrels between the inhabitants of Brac and the inhabitants of Solta to know to who Mrduja belonged. Today, the boats of the two islands come together and compete fraternally to pull a rope and know who will report Mrduja for 1 year. Know who owns the island is very symbolic as all participants are waiting for the evening party. This is one of the most attractive sailing events and the most anticipated of the region. Some information: Crossing time approx. 2h20 Price * (Vis) approx. 54 kn (€ 7.20) Main city Vis Population about +/- 3,500 inhab Temperature (summer) 30 ° C Temperature (winter) 10 ° C Water temperature 22 ° - 25 ° (summer) Vis Island Komiza Vis Its two main towns are Vis north of the island and Komiza south. The town of Vis, located in the northern part and is embedded deep in a natural cove, which is a delight for boaters who like to anchor to visit the city and the island. Vis is the administrative and cultural center of the island, yet here everything is done mostly on foot. You will find everything you need for a pleasant holiday, about hotels, apartments and restaurants, not to mention all these cafes or it is so good to sit down and enjoy the moments of rest that the island offers. It is also Screw you reach by taking the ferry from Split Vis, you can move around in the villages and hamlets around without too much difficulty. The best way to get around is on foot or by scooter. Komiza and screws have much in common, the two cities are both installed in a cove, well protected from storms and the vagaries of the sea, like a screw is almost pedestrian city, the old houses of the port are invitation to a journey through time. A Komiza also is the only plant on the island, it's a sardine canning factory. The main activities of the island are fishing, olives oil and wine. This is the island furthest from the mainland, and the nearest of Italian coast. Like any Dalmatia, the island of Vis has a long history and sometimes painful history,